Ranikona
Ranikona is a village located in Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Similiguda (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Dolaiguda is the gram panchayat of Ranikona village.
Ranikona has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ranikona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ranikona is 429962. The village spans a total geographical area of 484 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764036. Kotpad is nearest town to Ranikona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Ranikona
Population of Ranikona
Below is a concise population overview of Ranikona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 357 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 74 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 239 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 156 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 201 | 278 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ranikona village:
- The total population of Ranikona village is around 717, including approximately 357 males and 360 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Ranikona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ranikona village has 169 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 453 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ranikona village is about 33.19%, with male literacy at 43.70% and female literacy at 22.78%.
- There are around 192 households in Ranikona village.
Connectivity of Ranikona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ranikona. As per the 2011 stats, Ranikona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ranikona
Knowing the nearby villages of Ranikona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ranikona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ranikona
- Where is Ranikona located?
- Ranikona village is situated in Similiguda Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ranikona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ranikona is Dolaiguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ranikona?
- The pincode of Ranikona is 764036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ranikona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ranikona is 717, with 357 males and 360 females.
- How many households are there in Ranikona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ranikona village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ranikona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ranikona is 33.19%. The male literacy rate is 43.70%, while the female literacy rate is 22.78%.